Kristin Fuller

Kristin Fuller serves as Division Chief at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), overseeing the acquisition of critical technology and professional services that support the modernization of the nation’s intellectual property infrastructure. In this role, she leads the planning, solicitation, and award of contracts aligned with USPTO’s strategic priorities, including digital examination system enhancements, cybersecurity for IP data, and public-facing digital platforms. Her portfolio primarily encompasses IT modernization, software development, and professional technical services, ensuring procurement activities align with federal acquisition regulations and agency innovation goals. Fuller maintains consistent contracting relationships with specialized vendors such as IP.COM I, LLC and Innovative Transducer Implementation, LLC, both of which provide niche technical capabilities in intellectual property analytics and advanced data systems. Her procurement approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes and technical precision, fostering long-term partnerships with contractors who deliver scalable, secure, and interoperable solutions. These vendor relationships are built on a foundation of rigorous evaluation and compliance with federal sourcing standards. Her contracting patterns reflect a balanced commitment to socioeconomic goals, with approximately one-third of awards structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating active support for small business participation. The remaining majority of acquisitions are competed broadly without set-asides, ensuring maximum competition while maintaining flexibility to meet urgent technical needs. Fuller’s primary NAICS focus areas—511210 (Software Publishers), 541519 (Other Computer Related Services), and 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services)—reflect her specialization in software development, data analytics, and specialized technical consulting. She routinely procures services related to patent and trademark examination automation, cloud-based document management, and AI-assisted prior art searching, underscoring her expertise in securing mission-critical digital infrastructure for a high-volume, high-stakes federal agency.